Hasti Hai Na Kuchh Adam Hai — Mirza Ghalib
हस्ती है न कुछ 'अदम है 'ग़ालिब'
आख़िर तू क्या है ऐ नहीं है
— Mirza Ghalib
Meaning
Ghalib, there is neither existence nor non-existence. Ultimately, what are you, O 'not-being'?
Explanation
This beautiful couplet explores deep emotions and philosophy. Ghalib masterfully presents themes of love and spirituality through rich imagery that resonates across centuries, inviting contemplation of life's deeper truths.
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